Black Diamond Equipment Europe GmbH is recalling the Vision climbing harness because the special material and construction used can lead to premature wear. This can lead to serious or fatal injuries.
Consumers who own the Black Diamond Vision harness should stop using it immediately and follow the recall procedure. Black Diamond is committed to resolving this issue quickly and proactively. The European market surveillance authorities have been notified.
This recall affects the Black Diamond Vision climbing harness (all sizes) manufactured and sold between January 1, 2018 and February 27, 2025. The product name, model number and SKU are listed below and can be found on the label on the hip belt.
| Product name | Style Number | SKU |
|---|---|---|
| Vision Harness/ climbing harness | BD651096 | BD651096WHIT[XXXX] (size) |
This recall does not affect the Vision AirNET RECCO or other Black Diamond climbing harnesses.
recall procedure
Black Diamond Vision harness owners should immediately stop using the harness and return it following the recall process (shipping is free). Black Diamond offers three options:
- exchange: If stock quantities allow, we can replace your Vision climbing harness with the new Vision AirNet RECCO climbing harness.
- Voucher: We offer a voucher worth €200,00 (or the equivalent amount in the respective local currency), which can be redeemed at https://www.blackdiamondequipment.com can be redeemed.
- Refund: If you wish, you can return your Vision Climbing Harness for a full refund.
For Europe: Besuchen Sie diese Websiteto start the recall process.
For North America: Besuchen Sie diese Websiteto start the recall process.
For all other countries: Contact us here your local dealer.
If you have any questions about this Vision Belt recall, please contact Black Diamond Europe GmbH at +43 1 2537 459 333 or by email at [email protected].
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What exactly is the problem?
- Black Diamond Equipment is recalling all Vision harnesses due to the special materials and construction that may cause premature wear and tear, which can result in serious injury or death. Consumers who own a Black Diamond Vision harness should immediately discontinue use and follow the recall procedure.
Which climbing harnesses are affected by this recall?
- This recall affects all Black Diamond Vision harnesses (all sizes) manufactured and sold between January 1, 2018 and February 27, 2025. See photo below.
What about my other Black Diamond harnesses?
- This recall only affects the Vision harness (see photo). All other Black Diamond harnesses use different materials and construction techniques and have a long history of being reliable.
Have there been any accidents related to this problem?
- There were no injuries or fatalities. To date, Black Diamond is aware of one incident involving a heavily used product where the hipbelt failed in an atypical manner.
How was this problem discovered?
- A climber reported a harness failure during normal use. He was not injured, but his heavily used harness showed signs of an atypical hipbelt failure. With his help, we immediately began an investigation. While the cause is still being investigated, Black Diamond is recalling all Vision harnesses as a precautionary measure.
Why did Black Diamond decide to recall this climbing harness?
- After receiving a report of a heavily used Vision harness in which the hipbelt failed in an atypical manner, we immediately began an investigation. While the cause is still being investigated, Black Diamond is recalling all units produced as a precautionary measure.
What caused this error?
- Initial investigation results indicate that the failure may be related to premature material fatigue and design techniques of this harness model. It appears that a combination of usage, materials, design techniques and environmental factors may have contributed. Once our investigation is complete and the cause(s) are identified, we will share our findings with the community.
What options do I have if I own a recalled Vision harness?
- Owners of Black Diamond Vision harnesses should stop using them immediately and return them (shipping is free) using the recall process. Black Diamond offers three options:
- exchange: If stock quantities allow, we can replace your old Vision climbing harness with the new Vision AirNet RECCO climbing harness.
- Coupon: We offer a voucher worth €200,00 (or the equivalent in local currency) that can be redeemed on https://www.blackdiamondequipment.com can be redeemed.
- Refund: If you wish, you can return your Vision Climbing Harness for a full refund.
How is the recall initiated?
- For Europe: Besuchen Sie diese Websiteto start the recall process.
- For North America: Besuchen Sie diese Websiteto start the recall process.
- For other countries: Please turn to your local dealer.
Where should I send my Vision climbing harness?
- Once you have started the recall process, you will receive complete shipping instructions.
Do I have to pay the shipping costs?
- No. Black Diamond covers all shipping costs.
How long does it take to receive a replacement belt, voucher or refund?
- Our goal is to complete your order within seven working days of receiving your Vision climbing harness.
I would like to speak to someone from your customer service team. How can I contact them?
- You can contact us by phone at +43 1 2537 459 333 or by email at [email protected].
I have a Vision harness and it seems to be fine. Can I continue to use it?
- NO. Consumers who own the Black Diamond Vision harness should immediately stop using it and return the harness to us in accordance with the recall process, regardless of condition or age.
I have been using my Vision harness for the past few years. Does that mean I have been in danger the whole time?
- Initial investigation results indicate that the failure is due to a unique combination of factors that are difficult to reproduce. We ask all owners of the Vision Harness to stop using it immediately and follow the recall procedures.
What about the Vision AirNET RECCO harness?
- This recall only affects the Vision climbing harness (see photo). The Vision AirNET RECCO is notaffected and uses other construction techniques and materials.
What is Black Diamond's quality control process and why wasn't this discovered sooner?
- Black Diamond has been designing and manufacturing climbing harnesses for over 30 years, ensuring that each and every harness meets strict EN certification standards, meets UIAA requirements, and exceeds our own rigorous internal benchmarks. Our ISO 9001 certified quality management system helps eliminate manufacturing defects, while extensive laboratory testing, including UV exposure, abrasion, and cyclic testing, combined with real-world field evaluations, ensures the highest level of product reliability. Our team is actively investigating the cause of this issue with the Vision model and remains committed to transparency. We will update this page to keep our community informed as we receive more information.
How is the recall initiated?
- For Europe: Besuchen Sie diese Websiteto initiate the recall process.
- For North America: Besuchen Sie diese Websiteto initiate the recall process.
- For other countries: Please turn to your local distributor.